Trends in Facial Reanimation Surgery: A Bibliometric Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Facial paralysis profoundly affects physical, psychological, and social well-being. Facial reanimation surgery (FRS) uses various static and dynamic procedures to restore function and appearance. This bibliometric analysis of the top 100 most-cited FRS articles identifies trends, gaps, and methodological quality, offering insights into the field's evolution, guiding future research, and supporting evidence-based clinical practices to enhance patient outcomes.

Methods

The top 100 most-cited articles related to FRS were identified through a comprehensive Web of Science search covering publications from 1976 to 2024. Data including citation count, study focus, and Oxford Centre for Evidence-Based Medicine levels of evidence (LOEs) were extracted.

Results

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SUBMITTER: Gentile A 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12466903 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature